Subclass 116 / 836 · Carer Visa · Permanent Residence
Caring for a sick relative in Australia from far away is stressful. Our MARA-registered agents understand this painful burden. Operating from Dubai and Abu Dhabi, we handle every detail perfectly. Let our specialized 116 visa consultant UAE team manage your application.
An Overview of the Carer Visa Australia
This program helps individuals move to Australia to support relatives who have serious health conditions. When you get a valid visa, you receive permanent residency rights across the country. It means you can stay in Australia indefinitely without worrying about visa renewals. You can even apply for Australian citizenship in the future if you meet all the requirements. You immediately gain full access to public healthcare benefits through Medicare. It is a secure way to support your loved ones while building up your own stable future in Australia permanently.
Documents Required
Passport
You must provide a clear copy to verify your identity as the primary visa applicant.
Photographs
Recent photos must be attached to your completed form before submission.
Birth Certificate
This document is required to confirm your exact age and your official parentage details.
National ID
A copy of your government identity card helps verify your official country registry records.
Bupa Medical Certificate
Your sponsor must complete a thorough health check using BUPA medical visa services to pass the health test.
Proof of Relationship
This evidence is necessary to confirm that you are the Australian relative's family member or have a registered de facto relationship with the person you have to take care of.
Evidence of Sponsor's Status
You must show that your sponsor is an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.
Proof of Care Capacity
This statement proves you are capable of looking after your relative's daily needs.
Police Certificates
You need character checks from every country where you lived for over a year during the past ten years.
Subclass 116 Carer Visa Requirements
To qualify for this visa, you must fulfill the following criteria set by the government.
Australia Carer Visa Application Process
We help you complete all the steps, including:
Choose the Right Subclass
Understanding different visa tracks helps you make the right choice. The following are three pathways you can choose from.
Subclass 116
Carer Visa Offshore
This special track lets you apply from outside the country. Speak with a 116 visa consultant in Dubai if you have to provide long-term or permanent medical help to a relative in Australia.
- Must be outside Australia when you apply for and get the visa
- Allows you to live and work in the country permanently
- Requires a medical assessment of your relative's condition
- Gives you full access to public healthcare systems easily
Subclass 836
Carer Visa Onshore
This visa type is for applicants already inside the country. Our 116 visa consultant in Abu Dhabi will guide you with 836 as well. It ensures that you can stay inside while providing ongoing care.
- You must be inside Australia when the visa is decided
- Requires a valid bridging or substantive visa
- Sponsor must be an eligible citizen or permanent resident
- Leads to a permanent stay without leaving the country
Subclass 186
Employer Nomination Scheme
If you want to work for an official medical company instead of a relative, check this out. This professional Care Worker Visa Australia route expands your visa options if a company sponsors you directly.
- Requires an official nomination from an approved Australian employer
- Applicant must have relevant qualifications and skills assessments completed
- Leads to permanent residency and direct workplace benefits nationwide
- Requires a minimum level of professional English language skills
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